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Emergency teams responded to a water rescue at the Neuse River in Raleigh on Saturday afternoon.

Water rescue teams respond to Neuse River in Raleigh

Water rescue at Neuse River

Major police response near RDU, as large crowds, hundreds of cars gather on Aviation Parkway overnight

Hundreds of people, cars gather on Aviation Parkway, prompting major police response

Long lines at DMVs offering new extended Saturday walk-in hours

Athens Super Regional: Big 2nd inning guides NC State to 18-1 rout of Georgia in Game 1

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Man hears 'pop' while walking in Goldsboro, later discovers gunshot wound to leg

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Raleigh firefighter injured while rescuing tree trimmer stuck in a tree

Motorcyclist dies after crashing into SUV without wearing helmet

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More allegations of teacher abuse at Wake County Schools. Two weeks after 5 On Your Side reported on an anonymous letter sent to a Wake County parent, another parent with the same letter has come forward.

Another parent gets letter alleging teacher abuse. 5 On Your Side asks school what happened

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A man was shot by another man in a Raleigh neighborhood near Poole Road on Saturday afternoon.

Man shoots another man in Raleigh neighborhood near Poole Road

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Saturday expect a bigger drop in humidity and lower temperatures, making for a comfortable day.



Lower humidity, sunny skies: Pleasant day for time outdoors on Saturday

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DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) â Israel on Saturday carried out its largest hostage rescue operation since the latest war with Hamas began, taking four to safety out of central Gaza amid the military's heavy air and ground assault. At least 210 dead Palestinians, including children, were brought to local hospitals, a health official said.

Israel rescues 4 hostages taken in Hamas' Oct. 7 attack, and 210 Palestinians are reported killed

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Saturday, June 7, 2024 -- One of the more unsettling things about our politics right now is the Republican Party's increasingly open embrace of lawlessness. Even as they proclaim Donald Trump's innocence, Trump and his allies revel in the frisson of criminality.

MICHELLE GOLDBERG: Donald Trump's mob rule

Abundance of Jan. 6 Evidence Collides With Suspectsâ Right to Speedy Trials

A child was shot at a home on Danish Drive in Fayetteville just after midnight on Friday. The child was taken to the hospital. 

Drive-by shooting hits 7-year-old inside home, leaving him in critical condition

Fayetteville drive-by shooting

A U.S. Fish and Wildlife program was testing a pesticide that the EPA labels as toxic to bids on the Lake Mattamuskeet wildlife refuge with the aim of controlling an overgrowth of cyanobacteria. A judge has put a pause on the project after a federal court hearing.


Lake Mattamuskeet algaecide project put on hold pending litigation

UNC researchers at Lake Mattamuskeet

Goldsboro police said the shooting occurred at the Food Lion on E. Ash Street just after 1:30 p.m. Javon Langston, 18, died in the shooting.



18-year-old killed in shooting at Goldsboro Food Lion following argument

Goldsboro Food Lion shooting

A large police presence was seen on Limousine Drive in Raleigh Friday night.

Raleigh police investigate Friday night shooting and stabbing on Limousine Drive

Heavy police presence on Limousine Drive in Raleigh Friday night

One week after a hit-and-run crash claimed the life of a Fayetteville resident, Rebecca Dunbenit's family pleads for the driver to come forward.

Family desperate for answers in fatal Fayetteville hit-and-run 

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A Raleigh grandmother said she keeps pinching herself after a $728,048 jackpot win



Raleigh grandmother celebrates $728,048 jackpot win

A large, brightly colored invasive species called the Joro spider is on the move in the United States. Populations have been growing in parts of the South and East Coast for years, and many researchers think it's only a matter of time before they spread to much of the continental U.S.

Headed for the East Coast: Giant flying spiders that can stay in the air for miles and eat butterflies

Giant flying spiders spreading across East Coast

A look around golf's mecca will show some of the economic benefits the U.S. Open will bring to Moore County. Tons of fans will flock to the Sandhills and generate a boost for the area.

Excitement surrounds historic Pinehurst No. 2 course ahead of 2024 U.S. Open

Pinehurst No. 2 ready for US Open coming to town

WRAL Documentary uncovers the types of gangs operating in the state, the crimes they're committing, and how a recent change in North Carolina law is making it easier for gangs to recruit children.

WRAL Documentary Easy Targets: Gangs getting younger in NC

Easy Targets: Gangs getting younger in NC

The state's second highest court ruled Wednesday that N.C. State University must allow independent investigators in Poe Hall to test the building.

Court rules NC State employees can conduct independent testing of Poe Hall 

Poe Hall at NC State University 

June is officially Pride month and we have your guide to the events happening in the Triangle! 

Your guide to Pride in the Triangle

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A major law enforcement presence gathered less than a mile from Raleigh-Durham International Airport overnight to help control large crowds and hundreds of cars gathered along Aviation Parkway.

Large police presence on Limousine Drive in Raleigh 

Golfer survives heart attack on north Raleigh golf course; Cardiologist credits AED

Reports of teen sextortion rise in North Carolina

Durham man survives stage 4 colon cancer at 34-years-old 

Data: Civilians are 7 times more like to be hurt during police chases

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Chapel Hill Super Regional: Honeycutt's 2-run HR wins Game 1 for Tar Heels

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Concerns grows about high-speed pursuits after five chases in seven days

Golfer survives widowmaker heart attack, cardiologist credits AED

Moore County mother faces murder charge after toddler's death

'Sextortion' crimes increasing against teenage boys, authorities say

Credit card delinquencies are rising. Here's what to do if you're at risk

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Clarence Thomas, in Financial Disclosure, Acknowledges 2019 Trips Paid by Harlan Crow

Weeklong heat wave loosens grip slightly on US Southwest but forecasters still urge caution

The Olympic rings are mounted on the Eiffel Tower to mark 50 days until the Paris Games

YouTuber charged for having a helicopter blast a Lamborghini with fireworks, authorities say

Enjoy the outdoors and live music with family and friends this summer at these special concert series.

Where to find outdoor music in the Triangle this summer

'Live After 5' summer concert series returns to downtown Raleigh

Foodie News: New coffee shop has plans for Chapel Hill

Open sign broad hanging on wood door front of cafe.

Weekend best bets: Kane Brown, Niall Horan and lots of live music

Country Music Will Talk About the Hurt, but Not the Politics

Gigantic parks in the Triangle: Tour 3 playgrounds in Cary, Apex and Wake Forest 

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NC hosts official Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony 

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Fact check: Trump denies calling for Clinton to be locked up

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Fact check: Biden says violent crime 'is near a record 50-year low'

Fact check: Is Chief Justice Newby removing judges who were elected to their positions?

8 questions about Trump's guilty verdict and his presidential campaign, answered

Fact check: Biden says inflation 'was 9% when I came to office'

How they voted: NC congressional votes for the week ending June 6

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State Health Plan raises premiums for 26,000 NC members

Could NC ban birth control? Stein, Robinson spar over issue in race for governor

NC tax revenue from sports betting eclipses $40 million since March launch

NC DMV head claims glitch behind lengthy delays impacting 350,000-plus people

WRAL employee, parent goes over letter alleging teacher abused child

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Future of Poe Hall: Significant changes being considered

New health standards will come to NC schools in 2025

Edgecombe County weapons detection system finds gun at school ceremony

Weapons detection system flags gun at Edgecombe County awards ceremony

'It's Not Sustainable': Insurance Hikes Threaten Affordable Housing

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Gangs, and young gang members, are a problem in North Carolina

'Absolutely disingenuous': Health expert critical of second Poe Hall PCB report

Wake County leaders pass $2 billion fiscal year budget: Here's what it means for homeowners, school system

NC Courage need victory to advance to semifinals of $1 million TST event

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Gwinnett Levels Bulls, 10-1

Caitlin Clark says no apology is needed from Chennedy Carter for her flagrant foul

Batter up! Things to know as NCAA baseball tournament enters super regionals

The Soccer Tournament: Who, when, how to watch this all-star, $1 million, winner-take-all event in Cary

Head coaches preview the 2024 high school football season in North Carolina

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Bertie hires new AD, head coaches for football & basketball

South Brunswick's Kina Davis named Gatorade NC Player of the Year in softball

Reidsville soph. Kendre Harrison named MaxPreps Male National Athlete of the Year

NC State follows Duke & UNC with offer for Independence DB Nick Reddish

More money could be coming to the community to combat gun violence. The news comes as North Carolina is seeing an increase in how many people have died from shootings so far this year. 

Lawmakers request more funds for gun violence as NC sees bump in shooting deaths

Evidence markers at shooting

Congresswoman Deborah Ross and North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser visited a water treatment plant in Raleigh to discuss plans to remove toxic forever chemicals from drinking water.

State, federal officials tour Raleigh water plant to learn about PFAS-removal upgrades

Congresswoman Deborah Ross (left) and North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Secretary Elizabeth Biser (right) visited a water treatment plant in Raleigh to discuss plans to remove toxic forever chemicals from drinking water.

North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles Commissioner Wayne Goodwin testified before House lawmakers Thursday on wait times, unfilled positions and delays for new licenses.

As complaints mount over long waits, DMV head questioned by NC lawmakers 

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The CPI shows food prices haven't increased too much but prices are going up in other places which trickles down to people feeling squeezed in other places.

About half of North Carolina parents report struggling to afford food 

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Food affordability is a hot topic of discussion among consumers who are feeling the crunch at the grocery store.

More parents say they can't afford groceries due to rising prices

The bill would speed up the process to partner with a new university after trouble at St. Augustine's University, but the school system is planning to partner with Wake Tech in the fall.

NC House passes bill designed to help Wake County leadership academies

Saint Augustine's University campus

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5 On Your Side restaurant ratings: Ninja Hibachi Express and Once In A Blue Moon Bakery and Cafe

NC Hospital accused of sharing private data settles with patients

5 On Your Side: Consumer Reports top buys for June  

Jeep Wagoneer earns Top Safety Pick, other large SUVs fall short

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Enormous win: NC State grad student can do own testing inside Poe Hall

NC State says Poe Hall PCB testing results coming in next few weeks 

Fort Liberty soldier charged for death of his infant daughter

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US employers added a robust 272,000 jobs in May in a sign of sustained economic health

Workers at Samsung Electronics walk out for the first time ever

Donald Thompson: Inclusivity, belonging build an engaged workforce

Cybersecurity career opportunities outpace supply: Report

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Vanna White says an emotional goodbye to Pat Sajak on 'Wheel of Fortune'

Construction beginning for new casino resort in Kings Mountain

How a Depression-era law could be used to make your booze cheaper

US hiring and wage growth picked up last month in sign of sustained economic health

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Keeping children safe on social media: What parents should know to protect their kids

A realistic way to protect kids from social media? Find a middle ground

Cool bites for hot nights: Refreshing summer dining menu inspirations

List: Triangle Juneteenth events 

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Where can I find the best prices on grocery staples this week?

List of top grocery deals valid June 5-11

Sam's Club 12-Month Membership only $25 (50% off) 

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